Montana Land & Ranch

05/31/2026

Something to chew on…….seems like there is so much negativity flying around about data centers. So here’s some numbers from a friend regarding land/water use of Oil Rigs…..just to compare.

Copied from a cousin of mine, makes you think a bit…….seems to me people get wired up about one thing, and haven’t compared numbers to other things that they love to see, that also boost the economy.

Here ya go:

With all the talk on data centers taking up land and water . I am no proponent of them. However, if you figure we have say 30 rigs drilling in ND. They drill 2 wells a month per rig . So 60 new wells a month . They use roughly 9.64 million gals of water per well to frac . 60 x 9.64 million gals/well = 578,400,000 gallons a month . Also , average pad is 4 to 7 acres not counting roads . So 7x60=420 acres a month of land stripped and gone . Most wells have 3 phase power running the pump jack using power . One year of this is 6,940,800,000 of water and 5040 acres of land . Just saying, correct me if I am wrong on my numbers.

05/25/2026

Memorial Day hits different when you’ve served.
Today, I honor the men and women who gave everything for this country. To the ones I served alongside — you are never forgotten.🙏

05/18/2026

I'm curious... Have you ever dreamed of owning your own hunting land, recreational retreat, or piece of land here in Montana?

Whether you’re seriously looking now or just starting to explore what’s possible, as a Land Broker, I can help you understand the market, compare opportunities, and think through what kind of property fits your goals.

From hunting land and pasture to river frontage, cabin sites, and weekend getaways — your future place may be closer than you think.

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04/08/2026

Considering a 1031 exchange or a DST? I can walk you through the options and point you in the right direction, so it’s smooth from start to finish.

04/06/2026

If you've got good dirt, you've got a good deal waiting. Let's talk about how to market your farm ground to the right buyers.

04/05/2026

Wishing you a wonderful time with your family, friends & loved ones as we celebrate beauty of this holiday and all the newness of Spring. Happy Easter!

02/25/2026

💧 Ready to drill on your Montana land? Don’t take the first swing without reading this first! Your go‑to guide on what really matters before drilling a well in Big Sky Country.

Read more: https://www.mtlandandranch.com/what-you-need-to-know-before-drilling-a-well-in-montana

Just because you own the land doesn’t mean you control the water under it. And just because someone says “just drill a well,” doesn’t mean that well will be deep enough, reliable enough, or even legal to use. Here’s what you need to know — before you buy, drill, or assume anything about ...